It’s a good idea to install a new engine air filter at least once every 30,000 to 45,000 miles, or roughly once every three to four years. Knowing when it is time to change an engine air filter protects your engine, boosts performance, and improves the longevity of your vehicle! If you have any questions about when to change your engine air filter, or any of the signs you need an engine air filter change, you can always reference your owner’s manual. You can also trust the service center at Sid Dillon Ford Crete to make sure that your vehicle is able to run smoothly on the roads around Lincoln and beyond.
Your engine pulls in air from the outside world and uses it to combust the fuel in your chamber. The engine air filter ensures that this air is free of dirt, dust, sand, and other contaminants that could hinder ignition or cause grime to build up in your engine.
Since the engine air filter is responsible for filtering out whatever is in the air, it stands to reason that more frequent engine air filter replacement is warranted in some cases. If you regularly drive in an area with many allergens, lots of dirt or gravel roads, or polluted air, it may be a good idea to visit our service center more often than your owner’s manual recommends. Keep in mind that your engine air filter and your cabin air filter are two different components with two different purposes. You’ll need to replace both on schedule.
Perhaps you’re not sure when your current air filter was installed, or you just want to keep an eye out for any possible warning signs while you’re driving around Seward. If you’ve recently purchased a used vehicle, you’ll want to be on the lookout for the following signs of a dying air filter as well:
Continuing to drive with an expired engine air filter will prevent your vehicle’s air intake from functioning properly, potentially lowering your gas mileage. It will also cause increasing amounts of grime to build up in your combustion chamber, potentially leading to damage or costly repairs.
We’re more than happy to inspect your cabin air filter and install a new, manufacturer-approved air filter at our service center, just a short drive from Omaha. However, since the engine air filter is usually easy to access, you might feel comfortable replacing it on your own if you know when to change your air filter. Here’s what to do:
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*Dealer-installed retail purchase only. Limit one (1) offer per vehicle. $125 tire rebate or 27,000 FordPass® Rewards bonus Points on a set of four Goodyear® Assurance WeatherReady 2, Wrangler DuraTrac RT, and Wrangler Steadfast HT; Bridgestone Alenza A/S Ultra, Potenza Sport AS, and Turanza Prestige; or Yokohama® Geolandar X-AT, Geolandar M/T G003, and Geolandar X-MT G005. $100 tire rebate or 22,000 FordPass Rewards bonus Points on a set of four Michelin ($70 tire rebate plus $30 bonus rebate), Hankook, Bridgestone (excluding Alenza A/S Ultra, Potenza Sport AS, and Turanza Prestige product lines), Firestone Destination A/T2, Destination M/T2, and Destination X/T; Pirelli, Toyo®, and Yokohama (excluding Geolandar X-AT, Geolandar M/T G003, and Geolandar X-MT G005 product lines). Toyo medium/commercial truck and Motorsport patterns are excluded. $70 tire rebate or 16,000 FordPass Rewards bonus Points on a set of four Goodyear (excluding Assurance WeatherReady 2, Wrangler DuraTrac RT, and Wrangler Steadfast HT product lines), Cooper®, and Firestone (excluding Destination A/T2, Destination M/T2, and Destination X/T product lines). $60 tire rebate or 14,000 FordPass Rewards bonus Points on a set of four BFGoodrich®. $40 tire rebate or 10,000 FordPass Rewards bonus Points on a set of four Kelly® and Uniroyal®. Must have an activated FordPass Rewards account within 60 days of qualifying activity to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Points are not redeemable for cash and have no monetary value. Point earning and redemption values are approximate and vary by products and services redeemed. See the FordPass Rewards Program Terms at FordPassRewards.com regarding expiration, redemption, forfeiture, and other limitations on FordPass Rewards Points. Points will be awarded within eight weeks of rebate submission. Offer valid 7/1/25 to 8/31/25. Submit rebate by 9/30/25 online at Ford.com/service-rebates or by mail-in rebate form; rebate payment will be sent by mail. See a Service Advisor for vehicle applications and offer details through 8/31/25.
**Limitations apply. Earn Points for the purchase of Ford, Motorcraft®, or Omnicraft™ parts and associated labor at a participating Ford Dealership. See FordPass® Rewards Terms and FAQs. Must have an activated FordPass Rewards account within 60 days of service invoice date to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Motorcraft® and Omnicraft™ are trademarks of Ford Motor Company.
†FordPass® app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
*Dealer-installed retail purchases only. Not valid on prior purchases. Limit one offer per vehicle. Must have an activated FordPass® Rewards account within 60 days of qualifying activity to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Points are not redeemable for cash and have no monetary value. Point earning and redemption values are approximate and vary by products and services redeemed. See FordPass Rewards Program Terms at FordPassRewards.com regarding expiration, redemption, forfeiture, and other limitations on FordPass Rewards Points. Offer valid 7/1/25 to 9/30/25. See a Service Advisor for exclusions and details. Expires 9/30/25. Motorcraft® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.
**Limitations apply. Earn Points for the purchase of Ford, Motorcraft®, or Omnicraft™ parts and associated labor at a participating Ford Dealership. See FordPass® Rewards Terms and FAQs. Must have an activated FordPass Rewards account within 60 days of service invoice date to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Motorcraft® and Omnicraft™ are trademarks of Ford Motor Company.
†FordPass® app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
*Dealer-installed retail purchases only. Not valid on prior purchases. Limit one offer per vehicle. Must have an activated FordPass® Rewards account within 60 days of qualifying activity to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Points are not redeemable for cash and have no monetary value. Point earning and redemption values are approximate and vary by products and services redeemed. See FordPass Rewards Program Terms at FordPassRewards.com regarding expiration, redemption, forfeiture, and other limitations on FordPass Rewards Points. Offer valid 7/1/25 to 9/30/25. See a Service Advisor for exclusions and details. Expires 9/30/25. Motorcraft® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.
**Limitations apply. Earn Points for the purchase of Ford, Motorcraft®, or Omnicraft™ parts and associated labor at a participating Ford Dealership. See FordPass® Rewards Terms and FAQs. Must have an activated FordPass Rewards account within 60 days of service invoice date to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Motorcraft® and Omnicraft™ are trademarks of Ford Motor Company.
†FordPass® app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
*Dealer-installed retail purchase only. One pair. Taxes extra. Must have an activated FordPass® Rewards account within 60 days of qualifying activity to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Points are not redeemable for cash and have no monetary value. Point earning and redemption values are approximate and vary by products and services redeemed. See the FordPass Rewards Program Terms at FordPassRewards.com regarding expiration, redemption, forfeiture, and other limitations on FordPass Rewards Points. See a Service Advisor for vehicle applications and limited-warranty details. Expires 9/30/25. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time. Motorcraft® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.
**Limitations apply. Earn Points for the purchase of Ford, Motorcraft®, or Omnicraft™ parts and associated labor at a participating Ford Dealership. See FordPass® Rewards Terms and FAQs. Must have an activated FordPass Rewards account within 60 days of service invoice date to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Motorcraft® and Omnicraft™ are trademarks of Ford Motor Company.
†FordPass® app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
*The Ford Military and First Responder Tire Discount Program is available to active and retired Military and First Responders who purchase and have installed a set of four (4) qualifying tires. Qualifying customers are eligible to receive a discount of $80 off participating brands at the time of installation. Participating brands are: Goodyear®, Michelin, BFGoodrich®, Continental, General, Pirelli, Hankook, Bridgestone, Falken, and Toyo®. Toyo medium/commercial truck and Motorsport patterns are excluded. This discount is in addition to any other eligible discount, rebate, or offer a dealer or tire manufacturer may already provide. Tires must be installed at a participating U.S. Ford Dealer, Lincoln Retailer, or Quick Lane® Store. Prior authorization is necessary before work is performed, and program-provided Hero Code must be presented at the time of purchase - ID.me account and validation are required. Hero Code is nontransferable and can only be used by the associated ID.me account holder. Additional details can be found here: Military and First Responders Tire Discount. Maximum of two Hero Codes per calendar year per customer can be generated/claimed. Offer valid for tires purchased and installed 1/1/25 - 12/31/25. Unused Hero Codes expire after 12/31/25. Quick Lane® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.
*Valid on dealer-installed retail purchases only. Requires presentation of competitor's current price ad/offer on exact tire sold by dealership within 30 days after purchase. For online quotes, guarantee applies only to new tires sold on retailer websites. Excludes tires sold by third parties on marketplace sites and any resellers. See a Service Advisor for details. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time.
*Up to six quarts of Motorcraft® oil and Motorcraft oil filter. Hybrid battery test excluded. See a Service Advisor for exclusions and details. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time. Motorcraft® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.
*Available for Motorcraft® brake pads purchased after 7/1/14. Nontransferable. Replacement requires a copy of the original repair order and completion of any other necessary brake service, such as brake rotor service. Motorcraft brake pads must be installed by a U.S. Ford Dealership, Lincoln Retailer, or Quick Lane® Store technician to be covered. Pads only; labor costs not included. Commercial delivery vehicles, taxi, limousine, postal, police, tow trucks, racing, and emergency vehicles are excluded. Restrictions and exclusions apply. See a Service Advisor for details. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time. Quick Lane® and Motorcraft® are registered trademarks of Ford Motor Company.
*Inspect brake friction material, caliper operation, rotors, drums, hoses, and connections. Inspect parking brake for damage and proper operation. See a Service Advisor for details. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time.
*With exchange. Taxes and installation extra. Warranty includes complimentary towing on dealer-installed battery. Must have an activated FordPass® Rewards account within 60 days of qualifying activity to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Points are not redeemable for cash and have no monetary value. Point earning and redemption values are approximate and vary by products and services redeemed. See FordPass Rewards Program Terms at FordPassRewards.com regarding expiration, redemption, forfeiture, and other limitations on FordPass Rewards Points. See a Service Advisor for vehicle applications and limited-warranty details. Expires 9/30/25. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time. Motorcraft® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.
**Limitations apply. Earn Points for the purchase of Ford, Motorcraft®, or Omnicraft™ parts and associated labor at a participating Ford Dealership. See FordPass® Rewards Terms and FAQs. Must have an activated FordPass Rewards account within 60 days of service invoice date to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Motorcraft® and Omnicraft™ are trademarks of Ford Motor Company.
†FordPass® app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
*With exchange. Taxes and installation extra. Warranty includes complimentary towing on dealer-installed battery. Must have an activated FordPass® Rewards account within 60 days of qualifying activity to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Points are not redeemable for cash and have no monetary value. Point earning and redemption values are approximate and vary by products and services redeemed. See FordPass Rewards Program Terms at FordPassRewards.com regarding expiration, redemption, forfeiture, and other limitations on FordPass Rewards Points. See a Service Advisor for vehicle applications and limited-warranty details. Expires 9/30/25. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time. Motorcraft® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.
**Limitations apply. Earn Points for the purchase of Ford, Motorcraft®, or Omnicraft™ parts and associated labor at a participating Ford Dealership. See FordPass® Rewards Terms and FAQs. Must have an activated FordPass Rewards account within 60 days of service invoice date to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Motorcraft® and Omnicraft™ are trademarks of Ford Motor Company.
†FordPass® app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
*Visually inspect and test battery using tester. Hybrid battery test excluded. See a Service Advisor for details. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time.
*Must have an activated FordPass® Rewards account within 60 days of qualifying activity to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Points are not redeemable for cash and have no monetary value. Point earning and redemption values are approximate and vary by products and services redeemed. See the FordPass Rewards Program Terms at FordPassRewards.com regarding expiration, redemption, forfeiture, and other limitations on FordPass Rewards Points. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time.
**Limitations apply. Earn Points for the purchase of Ford, Motorcraft®, or Omnicraft™ parts and associated labor at a participating Ford Dealership. See FordPass® Rewards Terms and FAQs. Must have an activated FordPass Rewards account within 60 days of service invoice date to receive FordPass Rewards Points. Motorcraft® and Omnicraft™ are trademarks of Ford Motor Company.
†FordPass® app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
*Ford Pickup & Delivery is offered by participating dealers and may be limited based on availability, distance, or other dealer-specified criteria. Does not include parts or repair charges. A nonoperational vehicle is not eligible and will require a Roadside event. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time.
*See your U.S. dealer for a copy of the limited warranty. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time. Motorcraft® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.
*See your U.S. dealership for a copy of the limited warranty. Ford reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue this program at any time.
